Donald J. Wingo

Donald J. Wingo obituary, Charlotte, NC

Donald J. Wingo

Donald Wingo Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by J.B. Tallent Funeral Service & Crematory on Sep. 30, 2025.

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Beloved husband, father, friend, philanthropist, retired investment banker and college linebacker Donald J. Wingo (Joe) originally of Newport News, Virginia, died peacefully in his sleep surrounded by loved ones on September 15, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina, of complications from cancer.
Growing up, Joe was very gifted at sports and won numerous awards, eventually focusing on football. In 1965 he was personally recruited by then-coach Marv Levy as a linebacker for The College of William and Mary, where the team achieved All-American status during his time there. He was a proud member of Sigma Nu fraternity. Joe continued to have a very successful career in finance and investment banking, including over two decades with Bank of America. He was interviewed by the Wall Street Journal several times as an expert in his field. He retired in 2006.
Joe was deeply devoted to his wife of over 40 years, Pat Lewis Wingo, with whom he raised two daughters, Elizabeth and Brooke. Joe and Pat have been philanthropists for decades, supporting causes big and small, always giving generously to others. Joe was well known and loved by many for his quick wit, sense of humor, his fun-loving, outgoing personality, and his love of cars and music. He never met a stranger - no one could make a new friend faster or easier. For much of his life he spent a great deal of time lifting weights and bodybuilding, avidly following college and professional football, and enjoying historical books and documentaries, especially related to World War II. His father was a Marine veteran who fought in the Pacific Theatre.
He was preceded in death by his father, J. Alexander Wingo, his mother, Elizabeth Keller Wingo, aunt, Frances Keller Pennington, uncle, Thomas Keller, and aunt, Genevieve Keller. Joe is survived by his wife Pat, daughters Elizabeth Gilchrist and Brooke Wingo, uncle James Keller and aunt Virginia Keller.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Joe's memory to The College of William & Mary's football scholarship HEYFARL program at https://give.wm.edu, search for HEYFARL Endowment, select "in memory of" and type in Joe Wingo.

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Julie Jackson

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We lost a good man! Joe will be missed tremendously.
Being his neighbor, we always knew when Joe left for work and came home because we could hear his Porsche heading our way with music blaring! Of course our teenage kids thought Joe was pretty cool driving his Porsche.... And playing his "cool" tunes!
For several years Joe would treat a group of his neighbors to breakfast on New Years. Always a fun time!
Joe always laughed when our 3 year old granddaughter decided to name him, Baby Joe! we will always love our "Baby Joe´. He loved her hugs and her special name for him!
I remember Joe and Ed standing in the driveway talking about stocks and world affairs. And, he loved talking to my dad about world events too. Lots of good conversation!!
We always enjoyed seeing you two at Phil´s and joined you for a few meals.
I remember how Joe would say... forget growing grass just paint it all green!
The memories could go on and on.
Joe lived a good life. Pat supported him through thick and thin. He was not just a great neighbor he was a true friend.
We miss him everyday and send our deepest condolences to Pat and the girls!
The entire Jackson family will keep all of you in our prayers. And remember, we are only a driveway away.
With love,
Julie and Ed Jackson
Mike, Annie,David

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